Events in SF Bay Area

Sustainability Data Science Conference

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 2:00 AM

Stanford University

Conference

Sustainability Data Science Conference at Stanford's Simonyi Conference Center gathers researchers and practitioners for a 9:00am–2:30pm symposium on integrating data science with sustainability. The program explores data-driven approaches to environmental policy and resilient systems, set in the CoDa venue at 389 Jane Stanford Way.

28th Annual Travers Conference on Ethics & Accountability in Government

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 2:30 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Conference

The 28th Annual Travers Conference gathers scholars, policymakers, and civic leaders at The Commonwealth Club in San Francisco to explore ethics and accountability in government amid polarized discourse. Through moderated panels and expert talks, attendees examine transparency, governance challenges, and mechanisms to strengthen public trust.

Travers Conference on Ethics & Accountability in Government

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 2:30 AM

Commonwealth Club - Berkeley

Conference

Join scholars and policymakers at the Commonwealth Club in Berkeley for the 28th Travers Conference on Ethics & Accountability in Government. This rigorous forum examines integrity, transparency, and governance amid today’s polarized political climate, offering insights and practical frameworks.

Club Darc: Kaskade (OPEN TO CLOSE)

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM

Pier 48

Nightlife

Club Darc hosts Kaskade for an OPEN TO CLOSE electronic dance night at Pier 48's Shed A in San Francisco. Expect soaring house/EDM beats, immersive visuals, and a high-energy waterfront club experience that runs from doors to close.

Highwaymen @ Historic BAL Theatre

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM

Balboa Theatre

Music

Country legends The Highwaymen take the stage at Historic BAL Theatre in San Leandro for a timeless night of classic hits. Expect tight harmonies and road-house favorites delivered on a cozy indoor stage that captures the intimate charm of live country music.

Campfire Program

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks at Presidio Tunnel Tops where National Park Service rangers present Indigenous, military, and WWII internment histories for visitors of all ages.

Autonomous Vehicles & the City: Policy, Deployment and Ecosystem Leadership

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 6:00 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Conference

A policy-focused talk at The Commonwealth Club examining how autonomous vehicles will reshape cities, deployment strategies, regulatory considerations, and the evolving ecosystem. Features industry experts discussing governance, infrastructure, and innovation in urban mobility.

Purity Ring - Place Of My Own Tour

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Music

Purity Ring - Place Of My Own Tour at an unknown venue delivers ethereal synth-pop, icy vocals, and glossy production from the beloved duo, in a show shrouded in mystery.

Spring Teas

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 4:00 AM

Filoli Historic House & Garden

Food

Enjoy a British-style afternoon tea with a California twist at Filoli’s elegant Garden House—tiered finger sandwiches, warm scones with preserves, and sweet treats on April 14, 2026.

Emmylou Harris at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium

Fri, 17 Apr 2026

Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium

Music

Emmylou Harris headlines an intimate night at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, delivering signature country and folk-inflected songs with her trademark clarity. The Grammy-winning singer offers a warm, polished live set in a classic, acoustically inviting venue in downtown Santa Cruz.

What Can Circus Arts Teach Us About Democracy?

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 10:30 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

On April 17, 2026 at 5:30 PM UTC, the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco hosts a thought-provoking talk on how circus arts illuminate democracy. The session blends performance insight with civic inquiry, inviting audiences to rethink citizenship, public storytelling, and collective decision-making through a playful, serious lens.

Uncorked Masterclass: Bruno Giacosa Seminar

Fri, 17 Apr 2026

Eataly Silicon Valley

Food

Join a focused wine masterclass at Eataly Silicon Valley as Bruno Giacosa wines are explored in a guided seminar hosted with Folio. Expect a structured tasting, producer insights, and region- and varietal notes delivered in a stylish market setting, perfect for wine enthusiasts.

Justin Willman: One For The Ages Tour

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Paramount Theatre (Oakland)

Comedy

Justin Willman: One For The Ages Tour at Paramount Theatre Oakland is a sparkling blend of magic and stand-up, as Willman wows the SF Bay Area with playful tricks, quick wit, and audience interaction.

Friday Nights at OMCA with The Philharmonik

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 10:00 AM

Oakland Museum of California

Music

Friday Nights at OMCA pairs The Philharmonik with a Garden Stage groove featuring R&B, funk and soul, plus a high-energy DJ set in the Amphitheater by Hauna Bauna. The all-ages evening invites dancing under the museum’s outdoor lights, blending soulful rhythms with genre-spanning vibes.

Throwing Muses @ The Chapel

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 2:00 PM

The Chapel

Music

Throwing Muses headline an indie rock night at The Chapel SF with Artsick and DJ Andy Cabic in San Francisco. Expect raw guitars, dynamic vocals, and an intimate, high-energy show at this iconic venue.

Presidio Forest Stewards

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 2:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Community

Join Presidio Forest Stewards to learn urban forestry while helping plant, weed, mulch, and maintain young trees in the Presidio—outdoor volunteer work for conservation and stewardship.

Cocoon (1985)

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 11:00 AM

Balboa Theatre

Film

Experience a classic sci-fi drama as Cocoon (1985) returns to the Balboa Theatre for a special screening. This nostalgic tale of friendship and wonder unfolds on the historic cinema's big screen, ideal for film lovers and families alike.

Oklou @ The Warfield

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

The Warfield

Music

Oklou brings moody, synth-driven electronic pop to The Warfield in San Francisco. The show promises lush electronics, ethereal vocals, and a vivid live production inside the historic venue, offering an intimate-yet-powerful club-night experience.

Jae Stephens — The SELLOUT Tour

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 2:00 PM

Brick & Mortar Music Hall

Music

Jae Stephens brings her "The SELLOUT Tour" to Brick & Mortar Music Hall on Apr 17, 2026 for an intimate R&B/soul night of live vocals and band-driven performances.

Doom Scroller

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

ETC Prime

Comedy

A live interactive comedy show at ETC Prime where volunteers hand over their phones to feed the algorithm and explore doom-scrolling in real time.

Mesmé @ Public Works

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 2:30 PM

Public Works (San Francisco)

Music

Two electronic artists Mesmé and Nicola Cruz bring a dynamic world-infused set to Public Works in San Francisco, delivering a dancefloor-focused night of immersive beats, tribal textures, and hypnotic rhythms that fuse techno with global influences.

The Conversation

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Balboa Theatre

Film

Screening of The Conversation at Balboa Theatre, a classic dialogue-driven thriller shown in a historic cinema. An intimate, cinephile-friendly evening that highlights sharp suspense and Coppola-era storytelling on the big screen.

Germany in Autumn

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 8:30 AM

Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA)

Film

Screening of Germany in Autumn at BAMPFA: a 1978 German anthology documentary exploring the political tensions of the 'German Autumn'—a historically charged film best suited for mature audiences.

Salted 22nd Anniversary

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 2:00 PM

The Great Northern

Music

Celebrate Salted's 22nd anniversary at The Great Northern in London with a nightlife-heavy night of electronic music. Expect immersive visuals, a pulsating dance floor, and signature DJs keeping the energy high from 9pm into the night.

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